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Which early work by Polybius focused on Philopoemen?

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Marble statue of Polybius seated with one arm raised, draped in classical robes, against a blue sky in Vienna, Austria. The base is inscribed with the name Polybius. — Polybius Polybius, statue in Vienna.

The early work by the Greek historian Polybius that focused on Philopoemen was his youthful biography of the Achaean leader. This work reflected Polybius's admiration for Philopoemen, who was a prominent general of the Achaean League known for restoring the confederation's military efficiency.12